Bride and groom holding hands, walking through sand on an overcast Coronado day at the beach.

Weddings & Elopements

You're Not Just Hiring a Photographer; You're Choosing a Teammate

What's the one thing you want to remember most about your wedding day?


Maybe it’s the cake. Your dress. The flowers. The dancing.

Maybe it’s the venue—or the food (definitely me).


Whatever it is, it matters.


Your wedding photos will live long after the day ends

-in birthday posts, profile pictures, family albums, and stories passed down for generations.


They’re more than images. They’re your legacy.


And that’s why I take my role seriously.


I’m not just showing up with a camera—I’m stepping in as your teammate.


Through the organized chaos and “go with the flow” energy, we make it happen together.

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Wedding Photography Pricing

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Mel & Mat

A chic tropical garden wedding

Katie & Will

Alpine elegance with a touch of ski resort adventure

Steph & Drew

A vibrant vineyard wedding with wildflowers galore (click for COLOR!)

Melissa & Joel

An intimate Coronado Beach elopement

How we will make you look amazing;

Posing with Purpose


Let’s clear something up: natural-looking photos don’t happen naturally.

They’re a mix of thoughtful posing, gentle guidance, and a bit of lighting magic.


I know posing can feel awkward—but I’ve got you. I’ll coach you through it all with tips like “chin up,” “shoulders back,” and “pop the knee,” blending still moments with natural movement so nothing ever looks stiff or forced.


Sometimes I’ll direct. Other times, I’ll step back and let things unfold.


Either way, my goal is the same: photos where you look and feel like your best self.


Bride in white and groom in navy pilot uniform walking side by side down a white hallway at Liberty Station Point Loma after their first loo

The Scoop on Why We Might Be A Perfect Fit

Photographer Jen Bauer taking a giant bite of mac and cheese behind the bar at a wedding, dressed in a classic all-black wedding uniform.

I understand the assignment

I’m not just behind the camera — I’m part of your day, helping hold it all together and making sure the real moments shine.


Comfort > Cringe

No stiff-looking poses. Just the right mix of guidance and freedom so you look and feel like your best self.


Commanding when it counts, calm when it matters

I’m the timeline queen with a sixth sense for the room—ready to rally the crowd or melt into the background. I’ll be your calm in the crazy, your voice when you need one, and your buffer when it gets overwhelming. (Read: I am not afraid to yell at Uncle Bob to hustle up.)


Luxury vibes, no stress required

Whether it’s an intimate backyard party or a mountaintop elopement, I’ll make your day look like it belongs in a magazine—effortlessly polished and unforgettable.


Sarcasm, warmth, and real connection

I’m the photographer who’ll share a glance with you from across the room when something ridiculous happens — because I see it, you see it, and we both know we probably shouldn’t be laughing at it.


Yes, that’s me eating mac & cheese in uniform

I’m fully present and dedicated from start to finish. Taking my work seriously means showing up as myself—authentic, focused, and ready for whatever the day brings. (Hopefully mac & cheese).

Ready to make it official?

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